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March 2016
Annual Meeting March 2016
On March 2, the Annual meeting was presided over by Gene
Prescott and the existing Board (Paul Kranig, Ron Olm, Rick Peters,
Leonard Schroeder and Jerry Stevenson). Mike Worthy, Chairman of
the Elections Committee declared a meeting quorum.
Guests included Brian Morgan, Attorney and John Kemper,
President, FirstService Residential.
FirstService Residential manager Rick Burman and his staff
(Debbie, Jennifer, Tami, Barbara, Dirk and George) were recognized
for their outstanding service contributions to MountainBrook Village
during the past year.
Gene Prescott commented on the Board’s teamwork and
ongoing investment in Community-wide programs. He reviewed
2015 improvements including: upgrading the Entrance Fountain;
commissioning of the Mesquite Center; MountainBrook Dr.
beautification and landscaping; significant progress in wash
maintenance and erosion control; new projectors, screens and camera
in the Superstition Center; tennis and pickleball fence painting;
replacement of the dated FOB system; and many other Community
enhancements.
Gene also spoke about the year ahead. The upcoming Ocotillo
remodel is targeted for completion in September. The Superstition
storage shelving will initially be used to house the temporary Ocotillo
Center equipment. The Great Wall erosion project will be bid once
the engineer’s plans have been received. There will be a continuing
ATTENTION. . . . .
ATTENTION. . . . .
ATTENTION. . . . .
Amid all of the hustle and bustle
of packing up to go back home for
the summer, one very important task
often gets overlooked. Please take a
few minutes to stop at the office to
change your mailing address. Time
sensitive mail is sent to our residents
throughout the year, so whether you
are coming or going, don’t forget to
stop in and say hello or goodbye and
change your address.
focus on beautification and systematic upgrades throughout the
campus.
Ron Olm and Rick Peters were applauded for their contributions as
they completed their Board terms.
There were 491 valid ballots (518 received). Peter Cavoto and
Wayne Walworth were welcomed to the 2016 Board.
There were no questions or comments from the Members.
Sue Wright was the official Annual Meeting photographer.
Submitted by: Jerry Stevenson, HOA Secretary
The Piano Man *Terry Davis*
Music of Billy Joel & Elton John
A Saint Patrick’s Day Celebration at MBV
Door open at 6:00 pm
Thursday, March 17th
Tickets on sale $20
Show starts at 7:00pm
SOON COFFEE AND NEWS MAY
BECOME BYOC
Do you like Coffee and News on Tuesday morning? Rick Peters
has been making the coffee and serving donuts for over 8 years and
he’s getting tired and plans to retire soon. So, if you have an interest,
here’s an opportunity to have some fun. The job isn’t very difficult.
You have to like people and most everyone really appreciates your
work and like you back. Now, what’s required? Be on the job at
7:00 AM and have the first coffee ready for the early birds at 7:30
AM. The whole thing only takes from 7:00 AM until 9:30 AM every
Tuesday. Rick says “I’ve enjoyed this job for the past 8 years. I’ve
met and become friends with many of the residents. For everything
MountainBrook gives to us, this is a great way to give back to the community.” Please call
Rick at 480-671-1680 or see him at Coffee and News if you are interested.
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Community Corner
starts in May, we are targeting a September completion. The remodel
will update the Fitness Center; create a 1600 sq. ft. Multi-Purpose room;
add an Arts & Crafts room; remodel the bathrooms; reconfigure the
utility closet; add a storage area; and upgrade the A/V services in the
Center and pool area.
On the Information Management front, Jerry has been working with
Rick Burman to prioritize the migration of our Community documents
to the Board, the Committees and our VIP’s.
We have seen many new neighbors volunteering for the first time! All
the HOA 101 classes have been completely booked and we look forward
to seeing more of you as we expand this program.
Jennifer McGraw and Claudia’s Activity Committee have brought us
an outstanding portfolio of entertainment and our home-grown drama
and music events have been fantastic this season!
Connie and I want to wish you and your families a Happy Easter.
Submitted by: Gene Prescott, HOA President
President's Corner
As the Board wrapped up the 2015 term I
reviewed much of the year’s progress at the
March 2 Annual Meeting. This material is
covered in a separate Mountaineer article.
The existing Board has spent time with
the two incoming members and I know Peter
and Wayne will be excellent Community
contributors as we move forward.
The Entrance Fountain is totally operational and you will notice
the improvements in the nearby landscaping. The addition of noise
suppression panels and some re-ducting to improve temperature control
will soon be added to the Mesquite Center.
We are fine tuning the construction plans for the Ocotillo Center and
expect to have the contract finalized this month. Assuming construction
A new concrete trash receptacle will be placed at the north end of
Mountainbrook Drive. Up to $800 will be funded from Operations.
StormWater Pros was chosen to clean out two culverts in Hidden
Canyon. The $1,500 will be funded from Wash Reserves.
Atwell, LLC will provide improvement plans for the Great Wall
area. The $3,800 will be funded from Wash Reserves.
The Ocotillo Center remodel plans from Duncan-Coor Architects
was approved.
The installation of one retired office laptop in the Library and one
in the Superstition A/V area was approved.
The Plan and Design Committee processes were received.
The Board tabled the motion to patch Tennis Courts #1 and #2 and
purchase wind screens until a second bid is received.
February 23, 2016, Board
Meeting Highlights
The Board meeting was called to order by President Gene Prescott.
All six members were present: Paul Kranig, Director; Ron Olm,
Director (by Proxy); Rick Peters, Director; Gene Prescott, President;
Leonard Schroeder, Vice President; and Jerry Stevenson, Secretary.
Gene reported that the dumpster area behind the Superstition Center
is a fire corridor and this is impacting the decision for the dumpster
relocation and potential seating area for Pickleball; the dumpster will
remain as originally located. The Entrance Fountain landscaping
work (phase I and II) has been completed. The nearby landscaping
cleanup along the Hwy 60 roadside in front of the Entrance Fountain
will be cleaned up by Coy Landscaping. Coy cleaned up a cement
truck’s washout debris from a culvert on Crested Saguaro. The
Ocotillo remodel bid proposal from Global Protection Services is
expected this week.
Tami Tack gave the Treasurer’s report as of 1/31/16. The cash
on hand was reduced by $349,984 compared to 2015 due to the
Mesquite remodel. January Operating financials were on target with
the budget. There were 2 homes sold in January compared to 10 last
year.
Rick Burman, Community Manager, reported that Coy has started
removing the Jumping Cholla from Mountainbrook Drive. The new
FOB system is operational and new FOB’s are initialized instantly.
Ashley Fowler, our new part time receptionist, has started at the
Front Desk.
The Board approved the following motions:
The purchase of 30 sound mitigation panels from Global Protection
Services for the Mesquite Center. The $4,991.90 (plus tax) will be
funded from Future Development.
Entrance fountain landscape lighting by Arizona Structures was
approved for $2,000 from Operations.
The Board decided not to spend the $3,256 to repair the slide
mechanisms on the West pool cover.
Submitted by Jerry Stevenson, HOA Secretary
VILLAGE VOICES
Bill Wash
Audiences have been yearning for an encore after each of the
prior year’s Christmas and Spring Concerts as evidenced by their
standing ovations. Well, our favorite audiences received just that
on March 11 & 12 when our Spring Concert performed songs that
were selected from the last 10 years Spring Concerts that were
audience favorites. Thus, the concert theme was Encore, Encore. The success of our concerts is due to Patty Sobek, Director; Marty
Robison, a most gifted pianist; Karen Carnahan who always delights
with her narration; and Jane Gehrt, concert coordinator who brings
the concerts together with her creative talents and her “behind the
scenes” hard work. The Voices choir now goes dark until they
meet again to practice for their Christmas Concert on Wednesday,
September 7 at 1 pm in the Superstition Center. So, for all who
wish to join and sing with the Village Voices, please plan to join the
choir on September 7. We wish you all a very pleasant summer and
remember to sing in the shower.
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Thank You's
Caring Corner
Arlene Pytko, Caring Corner Chairman
In Memory:
Ron Hofmeister. DS
Shirley Malley, IWIII
Warren Hickman.DG
Jim Rapinac, IWIII
Jean Brennan, DG
Bob Waltke, DG
March 2016
Our sincere thanks to all for the cards, calls, flowers and visits to
help ease the loss of our daughter. Leo and Lynne Derocher
Thank you to all who came to my side either by phone or in
person while Ron was in Hospice care at home. He died peacefully
on February 12th after one month and one day of Hospice
of the Valley care. They were wonderful and so are all you.
Sincerely, Barb Hofmeister
If you should hear of someone who has passed away or is
ill, please call Arlene @ 288-8011. Thank you.
Celebration of Life
The family of Ray Parker invite his friends to join them as they
celebrate his life on the afternoon of April 9, 2016, in the Superstition
Center from 2:00-4:00.
The Gold Canyon Arts Council
presents
Off and Running
“Franc
D’Ambrosio’s
Hollywood: Songs from the
Silver Screen”
Friday, April 1, 2016, 7:30 pm
Venue: Gold Canyon United
Methodist Church
6640 S Kings Ranch Road,
Gold Canyon, AZ
Franc
D’Ambrosio,
the
longest running Phantom of the
Opera in San Francisco’s Curran
Theatre, returns to Gold Canyon, Arizona, this time to present his
fabulous, critically acclaimed show “Hollywood: Songs of the
Silver Screen”.
Some of our fondest memories are triggered by hearing great
songs from the movies. Just to name a few, Franc sings “Pennies
from Heaven”, Irving Berlin’s “Cheek to Cheek”, “Some Enchanted
Evening”, and the unforgettable “Singin’ In The Rain”, evoking
memories of Gene Kelly’s lifetime signature role.
Mr. D’ambrosio has a mesmerizing “golden voice” which
effortlessly reaches lower octaves and then amiably spins to tenor
notes without hesitation. This was the reason he was cast as
Anthony Corleone, the opera singing son, in the Academy Award
nominated film “The Godfather III”. The performance so impressed
the late Luciano Pavarotti that it led to an invitation, which Franc
quickly accepted, for him to study with the legendary tenor at his
home in Italy.
Purchase advance adult tickets for $25, and students for $5 at
Canyon Rose Storage, 6405 S. Kings Ranch Rd., Gold Canyon, and
the AJ Chamber of Commerce office on Apache Trail. Adult tickets
at the door are $30. Also, order via PayPal on our website http://
www.gcac1.com/cynsnds.html
GCAC is a non-profit, promoting the performing and visual arts
through its Canyon Sound Artist Series. The Council is supported
in part by grants from the AZ Commission on the Arts, WESTAF,
and the National Endowment for the Arts, local corporations, and
businesses.
By Barb Sebring
We
congratulate
Peter
for
completing another million hours
of physical fitness. He received his
second platinum award from the
Presidential Active Lifestyle Award
Challenge in January 2016. Yes, that
means he has completed two million
hours of physical fitness activities.
He received his first platinum medal
in March 2011. He immediately
Peter Szatkowski Receives
began logging in hours towards a
The PALA Medal
second PALA medal. There are only
approximately 20 of these awards given
nationally every year. When you speak to him, he will tell you that
he does this for the love of physical activity. Most days, he gets
up at sunrise and goes running through MountainBrook Village.
He enjoys the quiet and beauty of the early morning. Other times
he goes to the Fitness Center to use the Circuit training machines.
Peter hopes he is motivating others by his example. Any of us can
join Peter by signing up for the “President’s Challenge Program”
at www.presidentschallenge.org . Who knows, you may be the next
PALA Medal recipient.
HEAR YE, HEAR YE!
Presidential (Primary) Preference Election will be held on
Tuesday, March 22 in the Palo Verde Room. Access to the
Palo Verde Room will not be available from the north (pool
side) doors, only from the south door off the south parking
area for election purposes only.
Charles Cuffaro, GCAC President
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March 2016
Community Forum
On the second Tuesday of every month, your President
holds an open forum during or after the Coffee & News. At
this forum residents have the opportunity to ask questions
and get answers. Come join us at the Coffee & News and
bring your question or simply listen to the Q & A. Here are
some examples from February.
Question: One of our neighbors has a large black dog which
he lets walk loose on the road and in the wash area adjacent to our
home. Since the dog is a vicious breed, we are all afraid of the dog
when it is off the leash. What can we do about this?
Response: This is very unfortunate and we can appreciate your
safety concern. All dogs must be on a leash and not be allowed to
roam even when the owner is nearby. You can call Pinal County
Animal Control at 520-509-3555
the increased noise problem today is the existence of the “wall-gap”
where there is a 143 foot iron fence on golf course holes which are
in my neighborhood. I would like you to consider closing these gaps
with brick walls.
Response: You are correct, the traffic on Highway 60 continues
to grow. We have approached the County to install signs reminding
truckers not to use their Jake Brakes as they pass through Gold
Canyon. At this time there is no plan to work with the Golf Course
to replace the iron fencing with brick walls.
Question: The Pinal County roadways in my neighborhood are in
significant need of repair. Is there something MountainBrook can do
to leverage the County to do repairs on all MountainBrook streets?
Response: Yes, even after the crack patching and oiling the
County did several years ago, the streets continue to show wear.
Our Community Manager will discuss the need for further road
improvements with the County.
Question: A property on Lavender is overgrown with weeds. I
put in the complaint four months ago, and the problem has become
worse. What is being done?
Response: MountainBrook Village is aware of this issue and has
been following the established enforcement procedure per MBV
governing documents. Coy Landscaping has cleaned it up. Submitted by: Jerry Stevenson, HOA Secretary
Question: The Highway 60 road noise continues to get worse and
this is deterring buyers as I try to sell my home. A major reason for
CANYON COOKOUT: Time is fleeting!
Is seems like it was only yesterday when Canyon Cookout fired up the grills for the 2016
season. By all reports, Jack and his team have been very busy providing a great lunch for
fellow MountainBrook residents. Plenty of return customers and an abundance of new
faces as well. Jack has announced that the last cookout of the season will be held on April
13, 2016. So don’t put off giving the cookout a try if you haven’t already joined the crowd.
Don’t forget: residents may bring guests. Stop on in Wednesdays in the Sunset Center, 11:30
to 1:00 through April 13th. For $5 you will get a grilled hamburger, chicken fillet or hotdog
and all the fixin’s: baked beans, potato salad, a bag of chips, a drink and dessert. Come on
out! We’d love to see you!
And don’t forget; it’s a lot of fun to work this event but we need an extra person or two.
If you’d like to help from time to time, please call Jack Twa at 480-983-3470.
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CANYON COOKOUT
DATES
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunset Center - $5 per person
March 23 March 16
March 30 April 6
April 13
WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT
FUTURE DEVELOPMENT??
By Gene Prescott, President, HOA
In 1999 the Community of MountainBrook Village (MBV)
approved the First Amendment to the CC&Rs and established
the “Future Development Contribution” (FD). It defined who
pays the contribution, set the dollar amount of the contribution,
and identified precisely how FD can be spent.
The buyer of a lot in MBV, not the seller, is obligated to pay
the Future Development Contribution, or fee, in the amount of
$250.00 at the time of the purchase closing. Future Development
may only be used “to pay costs and expenses related to the
design or construction of recreational facilities and amenities
on the Common Area or for the design and construction of
additions to or expansions of existing community recreation
facilities and amenities situated on the Common Area.” The
Board of Directors determines items to be purchased and
whether Future Development money is the appropriate funding
source.
This fee of $250.00 has not changed in 17 years, nor has it
kept pace with rising purchasing costs or fees paid by similar
retirement communities with comparable amenities. It is
essential to maintain a healthy Future Development.
Many campus amenities of MBV have been in existence
for 20 plus years, and are in need of renovation. During
renovation, there are usually new items that fall into the
established category of Future Development expenditures.
In order to maintain vibrancy and attractiveness to potential
home buyers in MountainBrook Village, the amenities must
keep pace with the expectations of those buyers. Renovations
March 2016
as well as changing interests of resident demographics within
MBV dictate Future Development expenditures.
The MountainBrook Village Board of Directors is proposing
a second amendment to the CC&Rs be approved by the
Community to increase the Future Development fee to the
current annual assessment at the time of the purchase closing,
currently $860.00. Future increases to the annual assessment
will automatically increase the Future Development fee.
Approval of the amendment will ensure Future Development
progresses with the pace of the Community.
In order to approve this amendment to our governing
documents, the CC&Rs, 1245 homes must return the written
consent form to the office marked to approve the amendment
(75% of the total 1660 homes in MountainBrook Village). The
written consent forms will be mailed May 1st . The Board
of Directors urges you to consider the request to increase the
Future Development Contribution, and mark your consent form
to approve. If the MBV residents all band together, this change
can be accomplished for the current and future benefit of all.
I t’s a New Year; a time to make a fresh start and discover new things!
If you haven’t been to Barleens yet this season, you are going to see some
amazing new talent backed by the family favorites you already love. And if
you’ve never been here before, now’s the time to discover what our regulars
already know: the Best just got Better!
Lost Dutchman Marathon
MVB was well represented by 20 people who staffed the
water & 1st aid station @ mile #14 for the Lost Dutchman
Marathon on Feb. 14, 2016. This was the 15th year MountainBrook has participated in this event & again chaired by
Roy Sordi. Photos by Lee Juenemann.
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the seller) at the time of the purchase closing. The CC&Rs
state that Future Development may only be used “to pay
costs and expenses related to the design or construction of
recreational facilities and amenities on the Common Area or
for the design and construction of additions to or expansions of
existing community recreation facilities and amenities situated
on the Common Area.” Therefore, the who (buyer), the when
(at purchase closing) & the what (additions or expansions of
recreation facilities and amenities) have been explained.
Due to the age of many MBV campus amenities, renovation
projects have been undertaken within the past few years
& are projected into the future. During the plan & design
process of renovations, it is appropriate that new items are
identified which may both enhance the end product & qualify
as FD expenditures. Requests initiated by residents as well as
changing interests of residents also lead to consideration of
items for purchase using FD monies. The Board of Directors
ultimately determines which items are purchased & whether
FD is the appropriate funding source.
A few specific items which have recently been
purchased utilizing FD are as follows:
HOW IS THE FUTURE
DEVELOPMENT FEE USED?
Stage curtain (Superstition Center)
Installation of arm for bocce ball bench
By Tami Tack, Budget & Finance Chair
New door & security system functionality (Palo Verde Room)
In previous articles in the Mountaineer, the functionality
of the Future Development (FD) fee has been identified as an
obligation of the buyer of a lot in MountainBrook Village (not
Rowing machine (Fitness Center)
Microphone headsets (Board of Directors’ Meetings)
Purchase & wire motion cameras (Fitness Center)
Icemaker (Ironwood Kitchen)
8 Square tables (Mesquite Room)
3 Chairs (Manager’s Office), 32 chairs (Mesquite Room)
2 Emergency hands free phones (Mesquite Bath Houses)
Purchase motion cameras (Pool Area)
Camera, second projector & screen, AV
camera controller joystick (Superstition Center)
bridge,
Sound mitigation panels (Mesquite & Palo Verde Rooms)
Future items which may be purchased for the proposed
Ocotillo renovation include the following:
2 70” Televisions (Multipurpose Room)
Double entry doors & storage shelving (Storage Room)
New south door & window (Arts & Crafts Room)
8 12” Solar tubes
The MountainBrook Village Board of Directors is proposing
an increase to the Future Development fee. Your written consent
to approve the increase is vital as the Community, through its
Board, works to refine, improve & protect your MBV common
area assets so your experiences using the amenities is vibrant &
relevant to new & current residents.
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March 2016
Gold Canyon United Methodist
Church Food Bank
Jeff Downing, Dan Gray and Rush Tucker - Food Bank Managers
Did you know that there is a Food Bank in Gold Canyon that
has been serving the community for over 23 years? This Food
Bank is a mission of the Gold Canyon United Methodist Church.
Our mission actually started out in a closet and has grown every
year since. We don’t limit our giving to Gold Canyon we will
provide food to anyone who has a genuine need.
Have you ever wondered what goes into an emergency Food
Bank bag? Our Food Bank has recently changed the methods that
we use to determine what food and other items are given to our
clients. We give food based on family size, inventory availability
and special requests. Currently we pre-pack food bags for three
levels of clients. Our “Basic” bag is for 1-2 individuals, then
we have a “Family” bag which is for 3-5 family members. Our
newest level is called the “Large Family” bag and is for 6 and up
family members.
If you were to analyze a “Family” bag you would first find out
that it is actually two full paper bags plus additional items such
as pet food, hygiene items, frozen meat, bread and something
sweet such as a container of cupcakes or cookies. The contents
are designed to address a balanced set of meals that would last
from 3-4 days. The retail value of this emergency distribution
is approximately $105.63. Clients are allowed to come to our
Food Bank twice a month. We hope this helps you understand
the importance and value of any of your donations. The “Basic”
bag is obviously a little less than the “Family” bag and the “Large
Family” bag is more. With this level of giving we are shopping
for our inventory about twice a week. The number of families
we have provided an emergency food supply in the year 2015 is
3,084. That number represents feeding 9,797 individuals, 7,283
bags of food.
We are available for food distribution Monday to Friday from
8:30 AM until noon and accept donations through the Church
office Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM. We would
like to thank the residents of MountainBrook Village for helping
to support this mission.
THEATRE
Bill Wash The Mountain Brook Village Theatre’s performances of Where
There’s A Will There’s A Relative ended its four day run on
Sunday, February 28. The Directors, Producer and cast extend
an appreciative “Thank You” to their audiences for attending and
hope you enjoyed watching the play as much as the actors enjoyed
performing and interpreting their characters. A special “Thank You”
to Bob Carnahan for once again designing and building the set, this
time with an imaginary wall and door. We hope you all enjoyed
our invited guest actor, Vinny De Paul, as he took on the role of the
deceased Sam Price. Vinny never missed a cue.
Next year’s play is The Odd Couple (female version), a play in two
acts by Neil Simon. Mary Stoalabarger will direct and BJ Jensen
will produce the play. Auditions for six female and two male roles
were recently held on March 10 & 11. Names of the lucky actors
who were awarded roles will be announced in the next Mountaineer.
We are always looking for volunteers, so if you’ve ever wondered
what it takes to put on a play and you would like to contribute to its
success, you are invited to attend the next Theatre Board Meeting on
Thursday, April 7 at 1 pm in the Palo Verde Room. We look forward
to meeting you and will be happy to answer any questions. If you are
unable to attend, you may call BJ Jensen, Producer at 480 671-5989
who will be happy to discuss those areas/positions in which we need
volunteers. We thank you in advance.
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March 2016
THEY NEED ME
By Emily York
“They need me” is what I said to my husband,
Stan, when we first came to Mountainbrook
in 2002. We went to a Mountainbrook Band
concert directed by Don Barta. It was a small
band but a pretty good one, but with only 3 or
4 clarinets.
I started playing a soprano saxophone when
I was about 8. My fingers were too small to
cover the holes in a clarinet. By the time I was
in junior high school and playing in a band my
fingers were big enough for the clarinet so I
tried it. That was it. I liked it. I played in
pep bands, marching bands, dance bands and
concert bands through high school and then
some. I had good and demanding directors and
a very good private teacher. Music was my life
until…..
I married young, moved to the East Coast with Stan, worked
and went to school, and in two years our family started. It was
time to move on and the clarinet got sold.
But, fifty years later here was my chance to find out if I
could still play the clarinet. We went back to Wisconsin after
the Mountainbrook visit and I borrowed an old clarinet from a
friend. I shut myself in a closet and put it together. At least
I remembered how to do that. Then I blew into it. Nothing!
Another try, a horrible sound came out but it was a sound.
Perhaps the problem was partially with the clarinet. I rented
one from our local music store and signed up for a few lessons
and, voila! Actual notes came out. My teacher said I must join
the New Horizon Band, an International organization of bands
for people like me, who wanted to come back to music and were
55 years old or older. My teacher took me to a rehearsal. I sat in
the last chair of the clarinet section and I was in heaven. A few
months later I played in my first concert in over 50 years.
Back to Mountainbrook. Don Barta said I could join the band
and I sat in the last chair and was in heaven again. Playing in
the first chair was a man who played the clarinet beautifully and
he seemed nice so I asked him, LeRoy Wolter, a former band
director from Wisconsin, if he would give me a few lessons.
“No” he said, “but stick around after band and we will play a
bit.” I did and he gave me a lesson in front of the other band
members who were putting their instruments away. Nervous?
Yes, but happy. Pretty soon LeRoy said, “Sit next to me in the
band” and I did. I listened, I learned and I loved playing.
I met wonderful musicians, both professionals and people
who just loved to play. There were those who came back to their
instruments later in life just like I did. They became friends.
I became more confident, and with encouragement of band
members, Bob Messner, Donn Modlin, and John Read, I joined
the East Valley Pops Orchestra, formerly the Silveridge Pops
Orchestra. More friends, more music, more fun.
Maybe I thought the band needed me, but I learned I needed
the band!
This piece was inspired by the January 2016 Band Concert
which was a tribute to Don Barta.
Celebrate Spring with the
MountainBrook Band
The MountainBrook 62-piece concert band, under the
direction of Skeets Mahoney assisted by Julie Mahoney and
Gary Browning, presents a varied program of marches, big band
and Broadway tunes. Highlighted will be the clarinet section
playing Debussy’s Reverie. Also in the style of big band jazz,
Skeets Mahoney and Gary Browning will play a tenor sax and
vibraphone duet with the band as they play Georgia On My
Mind.
We will also have CD’s available from the January winter
concert for $10.00
The concert is March 20, 2016, at 3:00 pm and the doors open
at 2:30 pm in the Superstition Center. Tickets are on sale at the
office or at the door for $8.00
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March 2016
By Pam Burks
Great Food! Great Friends!
Great Times!
That’s What Wahoo’s Is All About
6030 S. Kings Ranch Rd.,
Gold Canyon, AZ 85118. 480-983-3333
Open Monday – Sunday, 10 am – 10 pm
9AM - 2AM on Sundays through Easter. Breakfast from 9-12 on Sundays
Live entertainment is Monday – Saturday
and Karaoke on Sunday 8pm -11pm through Easter
New Ownership, New Look, New Menu - Wahoo!
Meet Lisa and Stan Fairbanks they are the proud owners of
Wahoo’s. They have owned and operated a successful restaurant/bar
and convenience store.
Lisa and Stan have been very active in their communities, serving
on many boards, Chamber committees and volunteering with their
church. Lisa was awarded Gilbert’s Employer of Choice 2014. She
says, “The best award will be your business!” Now, they are pleased
to bring their amazing talents, skills and work ethic to
Gold Canyon.
Stan and Lisa say “Wahoo’s is our home away from
home and we take a lot of pride in being hospitable
hosts! Our aim is to provide you a great place with
great food made only with the freshest ingredients,
great service and a great place to spend time with
family and friends! We bread all our chicken, we make all our own
pizza dough and pizza sauce, we make our own ranch
dressing and salsa, we make our own tortilla bowls
and shred our own cheese. Our bread is made fresh
daily at Capistrano’s Bakery. All our burgers come from Midwest
Meats. Our buffalo is local and part of ASU. We cut our own slaw
using our own family recipe. We cut all our fresh vegetables in
house to ensure you are getting only the best quality. We provide
hugs for free (well, Lisa does!) Our job is to make your belly happy
and your heart full!
From our hearts to your belly! Please enjoy!”
They have live entertainment nightly, some of best local talent
such as Jeff & Jody, Kenny Miller and more, from approximately
5pm – 8:30pm, Monday - Saturday.
They can accommodate groups and clubs, just call ahead to reserve
your tables. So come on over to Wahoo’s, bring your family and
friends for a new experience in dining, enjoyable entertainment with
friendly service.
Me and My Music THE
GENTLEMAN
DOC HOLIDAY
April 16, 2016, 10 inSunset Room
Gary Browning – Vibraphone
Experience the “Great Vibrations” of the elegant ambiance of the
Vibraphone mixed with lyrical trumpet stylings as performed by
Gary Browning.
Gary Browning grew up in Greeley, CO, where he established himself
as an outstanding trumpet player in grade school, junior and senior high
school, and at UNC where he earned his BA and MA in Music.
As the Longmont High School Band Director for many years
in Longmont, Colorado, his Concert Bands, Marching Bands, and
Rhythm-aires received outstanding recognition wherever they
performed.
Since moving to Arizona in 2002, he has had the opportunity
to perform with many of the
valley’s finest musicians. Dave
Henning, Selwyn Reams, Perry
Sen, Paul Anderson, Chicago
based
Clare
Alexander’s
Melodies, Mark Young and the
Jazz Poets, and John Lewis are
but a few with whom he has
been associated.
Experience the Doc in rare formaccents & attitude
A family story Hollywood never told
Friday, February 25th
Door open at 6:00 pm
Play starts at 6:30pm
Tickets on sale $15
Just saying!
If you are so inclined: Sunday, March 27 put on your
Easter bonnet, with all the frills upon it! At that point,
you will have an excellent start on your Kentucky Derby
hat! The Kentucky Derby Party: Saturday, May 7.
Until then, Happy Easter.
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March 2016
Clip it and Stick it - Keep this handy as a quick reference.
This is the time of year that we experience more visitors wanting to use our pools. Highlighted below in red are
the times and rules that affect our younger visitors. Please make yourself familiar with this information before
your company arrives to avoid confusion later. If you are renting your home, it is your responsibility to inform
your renters of these rules. MBV offers beautiful recreation facilities and we hope everyone enjoys them.
POOL HOURS AND RULES REMINDER
With the temps warming up and spring breaks around the corner, the pool use is going up; therefore, I wanted
to remind our residents and guests of the pool use hours:
EAST POOL HOURS – DAILY & WEEKENDS
ABSOLUTELY NO FOOD OR GLASS CONTANERS ANYWHERE IN THE POOL AREA
6:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.
8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Lap Swim Only
Adult Swim
Adult & Children 3
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
and Above
2:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Adult Swim
Adult & Children 3
4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. and Above
6:30 p.m.-Close
Adult Swim
WEST POOL HOURS – ADULTS ONLY
6:00 a.m.-8:00 a.m.
Lap Swim Only Daily
& Weekends
8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
Ladies Aquacise Daily
(Mon.-Fri.)
Adult Swim* Weekends
Adult Swim* Daily
(Mon.-Fri.)
Water Volleyball Daily
& Weekends
Adult Swim* Daily &
Weekends
8:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
10:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m.-Close *Adult Swim time is shared-use time.
*During Adult Swim, lap swimmers will utilize three west lanes.
Failure to comply with pool rules could result in loss of pool privileges.
Policies are developed by the Board of Directors for the use and enjoyment of the homeowners.
Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Absolutely no children under the age of three (3) are permitted in the
pool. Absolutely no diapers of any kind allowed in the pool.
Spa Hours and Rules Reminder
Hours: 6:00 am to 10:00 pm daily.
No person under the age of 18 is permitted in the spa at any time
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Five Year Committee
2nd Monday at 2:00
Palo Verde RM
Communications Committee
1st Thursday at 9:00
Mesquite RM
Building and Grounds
1st Tuesday at 1:00
Palo Verde RM
Budget and Finance
Committee
Thursday Before BOD Meeting
at 1:30 Palo Verde Room
Architectural Committee
Alternate Thursdays at 9:30
Palo Verde Room
Activity Committee
2nd Monday at 9:00
Mesquite Center / Palo Verde
Board of Directors Meeting
Last Tuesday at 9:45
Superstition Center
Standing Committee
Meeting Schedule:
(BD) Board Room,
(SC) Superstition Center,
(SR) Sunset Center,
(OC) Ocotillo Center,
(MC) Mesquite Center,
(PV) Palo Verde Room,
(IR) Ironwood Room,
(SG) Saguaro Room,
(SRA) Sunset Center A (or B, C, D,
E)
Room Key:
*5/2- The Beer Research Institute
*Pilates with Pam-Wednesday at 11am- Learn how to strengthen
Body the smart way. Bring yoga mat and meet in Ocotillo $6 a class
call Pam for information (48o)292-5364
*Meditative Water Color Painting Class-Fridays thru March
1-4pm, Class for all levels & great way to relax.
Meet in Ocotillo Room. $20 per class. No supplies need first 2
Classes. Questions call Sebastio 480-759-3318
* 4/18 The Gilbert House
*3/21 VinciTorio’s
Ladies Lunch
*Stretch & Tone –April 20th Learn how to focus on areas of tension
in your body and how to release these areas of blocked energy by
standing stretches and movement, meet in Ocotillo 1pm
*Massage for Me–April 13th, Learn areas that we hold tension and
how to release it, Class is free bring a yoga mat, meet in Ocotillo 1pm
*Meditation- April 6th, Bring a yoga mat to class and learn how to
relax! Free class by Lifestyle Director Jennifer, Meet in the Ocotillo
1pm
*Overall health & Digestive System - March 30th, This class is
designated to find natural ways to improve your digestive health,
class taught by area essential oil consultant, meet in the Ocotillo at
1pm
*Balance, Breathing and Energy Work- March 23rd, Class is
taught by Jennifer, learn how to create more energy with Small
techniques that make a big difference. Meet in Ocotillo 1pm.
Wednesday Wellness Classes
*4/4- World of Beers
New Classes
(Spring Concert)
St. Patricks Day Concert
Terry the Piano Man
St. Patrick Dance-Mark Lucus
Garage Sale- Changed Saturday March 19th 8am-1pm Spring
cleaning and time to get rid of those not so worldly belongings. Signup in office
Cruise in Classic Car Event-Saturday April 2nd Street Rods,
Classic/American Muscle Cars & Custom Motorcycles 10am-1pm
Sign-up with Don Perez @480-671-5825/donhdtv@gmail.com
Hale Theater- MBV Night Thursday 3/31 at 7pm. Anything Goes
is a musical show that features a collection of Cole Porter Songs “I
get a kick out of you” and more. Sign up in the Office tickets $22
The Gentleman Doc Holliday Play- 3/25 at 6pm on stage in the
Superstition is the Play based on the book “Doc Holiday” the story
of the West’s most famous dentist and his journey from one who
heals to one who kills. Tickets are $15.
Fashion Show- Flaire Fashion & Fun of Gold Canyon will host
upcoming women’s fashion, brunch will be provided by Kneaders
Bakery & Café. Join us in the Superstition Center Thursday 3/24 at
11:30am, $15pp
Saint Patrick’s Party-See Marc Lucas Live in the Superstition
Center Friday Night 3/18 at 6pm tickets are sold out. Bring the luck
of the Irish and your own beer or beverage.
March 18 (Fri) April 8 (Fri) St. Patrick Party
Mark Lucus - SOLD OUT
Last Dance of the
Season Jared Howe- Free
Thrift Shop Ball
All Parties/Dances are held in the Superstition
Center. Tickets are available in the Activity Office
PARTY/LIVE
ENTERTAINMENT
For anyone wanting to go to Fort McDowell
Casino, sign up in the Activity Office or call Joan
Archer @ 288-0891.
2016 CASINO
BUS TRIPS Last Dance of the
Season Jared Howe- Free
April 8th Thrift Shop Ball
April 2 (Sat) Cruise In Classic Car Event
March 31 (Thurs) - Hale Theater
March 25(Fri) Doc Holiday Show
Musical Jam- MBV residents bring your instruments and voices to
the Sunset Center on Sunday 3/20 from 5-8pm
Piano Man- Terry Davis performs a stunning piano show with the
songs of Billy Joel & Elton John. Take Saint Patrick’s Day in “Style”
with a concert you will remember! 3/17- 6pm in Superstition Center
$20
March 24 (Thurs) - Fashion Show
Mar 20(Sun) Band Concert
March 19(Sat) Garage Sale
March 17(Thurs) March 18 (Fri) 2016 EVENTS
Activity Calendar
2016 -2017
Spring Break Entertainment
3/17 Terry the Piano Man-$20-ON SALE NOW
3/18 St. Patrick Day Party- $7-SOLD OUT
3/20 Spring Band Concert-$8- ON SALE NOW
3/24 Fashion Show- $15-Limited Space
3/25 Doc Holliday Play- $15- ON SALE NOW
Ticket on Sale in Activities Office
Men’s Lunch & Brew
New Classes
Monthly Event Details
March 2016
This, That &
Other Things
Been anywhere lately? Seen anything lately? Eaten anything lately?
This is not to advertise any business, just to let your MBV neighbors know what you found interesting or worth
seeing and definitely where you ate that was good or maybe a fun place to go for lunch or dinner. How about a good
destination or day trip, love to know about some of those. No bad experiences please and no responses back about
a recommendation. Most establishments have a bad day every now and then.
OK, I’ll start. Joe’s Farm and Grill. It was featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives with Guy
Fieri. Not fancy, casual eat in or outside. Great place to eat outside now that we are having this awesome weather.
You order at the counter and they buzz you to pick it up. We really enjoyed our food. Located at 3000 E Ray Rd,
Gilbert. Just a suggestion, nothing more, nothing less
Taken an y pictures
lately?
Cataloging Walls Project
During the next month, the Buildings and Grounds Committee will
be cataloging walls in four subdivisions (Shadowridge I, Shadowridge
II, Hidden Canyon and Ironwood I). The Committee members will be
wearing orange MBV vests and will be doing the work in golf carts.
The objective of this work is to identify the location of the various
types of walls in MBV and to determine the wall responsibilities of the
Association so that an orderly maintenance schedule can be organized.
Guess what? We would love to see them. Send them to
mountaineer@mountainbrookvillage.org, give them a title and we
will put them in the next issue being published, as space allows, and
of course listing you as the photographer. Whether you have a cell
phone or a top notch camera, I know we will get some wonderful
pictures from the place we call home.
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What are all of our COMMITTEES
up too? Let's start with the
COMMUNICATIONS Committee
The purpose of the MountainBrook Village Communications
Committee is to collect/create, disseminate, and archive information
that is important to the MountainBrook Village (MBV) Home
Owners Association (HOA) Board of Directors and members.
The Committee meets on the first Thursday of each month at 9:00
a.m. in the Mesquite Room. There are four workgroups within the
Communications Committee: Mountaineer, Website, Safety and
Audio Visual. Members of the Communications Committee include:
Chris Bukovac -Chair, Jay Raleigh, Barb Sebring, Marilee Prichard
and Diana Jensen. Michael Worthy and Tom Stoalabarger are regular
volunteers.
The Communication Committee has two primary means of
communicating information to the community. The Mountaineer
publishes a monthly newspaper for the community with activities
and local community information. www.mbvaz.org, the web site is an
online source of information for the public as well as the community.
The Communication Committee also works in conjunction with the
Community Manager in regard to special notifications through the
Email Blasts. The Communication Committee collaborates with the
Plan & Design Committee to assist in the creation of signs for the
various buildings and rooms throughout the Community Campus as
well as the entrance monument. The Safety workgroup counsels the
Board of Directors related to the overall safety of the community.
The Audio Visual workgroup provides recommendations for the
procurement of appropriate technologies for public presentations
that may be needed in any building. This group also provides the
technical support to operate the equipment. The Communications
Committee is essential to ensure that residents of MountainBrook
Villager are well informed.
Isolde Weilnh
ammer,
Sunrise in M
ountainbro
ok
Remember
When sending any information relating to the Mountaineer,
the email address is mountaineer@mountainbrookvillage.org.
If sending an article, please type it in Word using Times New
Romans 11 and attach it to the email. Thank you in advance.
If life hands you lemons
You could make limoncello which seems to be a popular end to the overabundance of lemons that pop up every year. How much limoncello
can a person use? How much liquor can you legally make? Or, you could also make the delicious lemon blender pie; use the entire lemon
and amaze the newcomers with the simple, refreshing delight made from a local lemon.
I recently found another recipe for the bounty of lemons. Especially for those of us who are fortunate to have a Meyer lemon tree, but the
recipe claims you can use other citrus. Hope this works out, I am anxious to give it a try.
Citrus Crisps
Makes: About 2 dozen slices
3 fresh, firm Meyer lemons (or standard lemons, limes, or oranges)
1. Slice: Rinse and dry fruit. Use a sharp knife to slice into 1/8-inch thick disks. Discard any
seeds. Settle the circles on 1 or 2 parchment-lined baking sheets, leaving about 1 inch between
slices.
2. Bake: Heat the oven to 150 degrees — or as close as it will get (170 may be the lowest
setting). Bake, turning once, until dry (or dry-ish) to the touch, about 3 hours.
3. Rest: Turn off oven and let citrus crisps cool to room temperature, about 3 hours.
4. Dry: Pull sheets out of oven and let crisps sit at room temperature until completely dry. This
can take anywhere from 12 hours to 2 days.
5. Store: Gently peel crisps from the parchment. Pile into a clean glass jar and seal it. Crisps
will keep up to 1 year.
6. Enjoy: Nice dropped in a drink, pressed onto a cake, or scattered over roast chicken.
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March 2016
New Resident Brunch
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CLASSES, GROUPS & CLUBS
BRIDGE WITH MBV
Golf WITH MBV
The Famous Cooney Men's Golf League
Plays every Monday morning at MountainBrook Golf Club. We have
a group rate and occasional contests with prizes. Enjoy golfing with
friends or make some new golfing buddies. For sign up information
call Chet Haines at 671-1066 or email lipsnlaw@aol.com.
Ladies Bridge
Meets every Monday at 1 PM in the Sunset Center. Potluck at
noon on the first Monday of the month. Sign up one week ahead and
walk-ins are welcome. We pay 50 cents for small prizes. Winners
this month were: Marcia Fournelle, Mary McFee. Shirley Renstrom,
Jan Mullins. Questions: Call Barbara Osborn @ 982-9408.
Mixed Bridge
Is both couples and singles, no partner necessary. We meet every
Thursday at 1pm in the Sunset Center. You can sign up one week
in advance and walk-ins are welcome. Come and enjoy a friendly
group. Questions? Call Elaine Valenti @ 671-1686.
Social Duplicate Bridge
Meets every Tuesday evening at 6:30pm in the Sunset Center.
Come play with a friendly group. Duplicate bridge offers an
enjoyable and different format. Questions? Call Marie Valburg @
474-8992.
10:00 Co-ed Water Aerobics
Geared for exercise and socializing afterward. The class is
Monday through Thursday mornings. Just show up at the pool, no
equipment needed. Any questions or for more information, please
call or text Ann Rasmussen at 651-249-6958. See you at the pool!
Chess Club
Love the game? Please join us for Chess Club on Sunday at 3pm in
the Sunset Center, Room A. We provide mentoring and guaranteed
fun. For more information please contact Pam Lane-Garon @ 559260-3379.
Low Impact Aerobics and More
Joann J.
This is for all those active MBV residents. Come join us for low
impact aerobics, toning and Zumba in the Ocotillo Center from 7-8
am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Classes are all year round
and they are free. It is a group of ladies working out to cd’s and
learning steps together. For questions call the exercise leader, Joann
J. 983-9620.
Ladies Nine Hole Golf
Golf on Mondays at 8am at Gold Canyon Sidewinder. Questions?
call Marlies @ 983-3122.
THE ABRAMS' MEN'S GOLF GROUP
Plays on Wednesdays at the MountainBrook Golf Course. Enjoy
golfing with a group rate. Call Russ Abrams @ 288-2297 for Tee
Times and sign-in. (Formerly Peter’s Golf Group)
Golf Queen Valley,Wednesdays
This is a mixed group; tee times begin about noon. For info or to
sign up please call or text Gordie Rasmussen at 651-351-5373 or
e-mail me at aplamor@juno.com. After golf, socialize with food
and drink specials at The Grille at MountainBrook Golf Course if
desired.
Texas Hold'em
Texas Hold’em is played in the Sunset Room on Monday,
Thursday, Friday and the second Sunday at 12:30 pm. Ladies play on
Tuesday at the same time, same place. There is a potluck and Texas
Hold’em Tournament once a month on the last Sunday of the month.
Ladies Bunco
Are you feeling lucky? Do you have a little time for fun? Join
us on the second and fourth Thursday of each month in the Sunset
Center, Room A at 1pm. We promise you will have fun and all you
need to know is how to throw those lovely dice to win.
Yoga
Strengthen your mind and body and come join us for Yoga with
Deborah. Wednesday: Gentle Yoga (2nd week of each month, Yoga
with a chair). Friday: Yoga for Rejuvenation. Both classes are from
8:30 am to 9:50 am in the Sunset Center. For more information, call
Elfriede @ 982-2319 or Joyce @ 288-0026.
"All the Single Ladies"….
We are a group of single ladies who get together to laugh, play
games, go to the movies and we go out to eat together as well. Join us
the first Wednesday of the month at 9:30 am for a breakfast meeting.
You can help us plan our activities for the month as well as plan
future outings. If you are interested, call Mary Lou Kent @ 6710024.
March 2016
WELCOME TO MBV CERAMICS
We meet at noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Fired Arts
Center. The afternoon is spent glazing poured pieces of bisque and,
when completed, firing them in our kiln. If you would like to try your
hand at ceramics please stop in. We will provide you with a small
piece of bisque to glaze using any of the glazes available. Members of
the group are willing to allow you temporary use of brushes or other
tools you may need.
If you decide to join our group the fee is $5.00 per month which
pays for use of all the glazes you see on the wall shelves. It also
covers other supplies you may need for special tasks. Bisque pieces,
specialty glazes and brushes are available for purchase from ceramic
shops in the area. Firing is done at no charge to the ceramist.
We have several certified ceramics teachers available in our group
who have a world of experience and ideas for creating lovely pieces of
ceramic ware and they will help you get started in this creative activity.
Helping Hands
Loretta Milton
We are a group of volunteers that live in MBV that help our
residents on a temporary basis. We have been assisting with medical
transportation, grocery shopping and caregiver support for many years.
We also have a list of medical equipment and child care equipment for
loan. There is a card holder in the office with residents’ names and
numbers for you to contact. If you would like additional information,
please call Loretta Milton and leave a message at 480-474-9958.
Computer Classes
Chris Bukovac
Computer classes taught by a seasoned professional are held on Friday
mornings at 9:30 a.m. in the Mesquite Room from September to May.
Sign up in advance by emailing chris@conqueringcomputers.com. Class
list can be found at conqueringcomputers.com/training. Each class is
two hours in length. Manuals are included in the $50.00 class fee. Each
week there is a different class. Lots of personal one on one instruction.
Bring your own laptop or let Chris know if you need to borrow one.
Chris Bukovac 480-577-4309 or chris@conqueringcomputers.com. I’ll
have you conquering computers in no time!
PICKLEBALL NEWS
Dennis Burky
Pickleball is in full swing! We already have a number of new
players this year. If you want to learn the sport, contact Hank Grant at
(605) 553-0049. Remember that you must play with “quiet” paddles
whenever you or your guest play. There are 6 “quiet” paddles for
guests in the basket near the ball holder on the main PB courts.
Afternoon signup (Tues, Thurs. Sat.) continues allowing individuals
or groups to reserve court 4 for uninterrupted practice or play. Keep
pickling!!!
LADIES BIBLE STUDY
Inviting All Ladies to the Ladies Bible Study which meets the 1st, 3rd
and 4th Mondays in the Palo Verde Room at 9 am. The 2nd Monday of
the month, we meet next door in the Mesquite Room at 9 am.
Presently, we are reading “Your Special Purpose” by Susie Larson.
We would be delighted to have you join us as together we grow in
God’s Word! Any questions? Please feel free to call Eunice Dekonty
@ 983-1665.
Line Dancing
Linda Rohrbach
Line dance is in the Superstition Center
from 1:30-4pm every Tuesday with Dee Dee
Dougherty, instructor. On Board Meeting
days the alternate room is the Ocotillo Center.
Classes will start Tuesday, November 10,
through March. Times are 1:30-2:00 pm brand
New Beginners, 2:00-3:00 pm for Beginners,
and 3:00-4:00 pm for easy Intermediate. Please
join us.
BOWLING
The Monday afternoon senior
recreational league (3PM at the
AMF Lanes, 2115 E. Southern
in Mesa) is a friendly fun-loving
recreational league for both novice
and experienced bowlers. There
are openings for individuals and/or
couples starting in mid-January. If
you are interested in joining a team or would like more information,
call Bev Ginther at 952-237-9528 or email at: myginther@yahoo.
com.
MBV Hiking
Keith Charpentier
We live in one of the best hiking areas in the country for seeing
a variety of mountain landscapes. There are caves ie. Geronimo,
Broadway, and Wave. Vistas ie; Freemont Saddle, Massacre Ridge,
Picket Post and Flatiron. Other sites are; Circlestone, Petroglyphs,
Fountain Hills Fountain, Weavers Needle, Tony’s Ranch, Arizona
Trail, and Horns of Dilemma.
There are four weekly opportunities to hike with fellow residents
and friends: All Levels, Tuesday – A 7:00AM hike to Silly Mountain
from Sunset Center parking lot and back, returning in time for 9:00
coffee and news at Superstition Center. Level 1, Wednesday – A hike of 2 hours in/out on gentle terrain
with elevation gains up to 500ft.
Level 2, Friday – A hike of 3 hours in/out on varied terrain with
elevation gains up to 1500ft.
Level 3, Thursday – A hike of 5 to 7 hours and 6 to 15 miles
on varied terrain with elevation gain up to 2500ft. There may be
sections that include steep uphill and downhill including loose rocks
and boulders.
Levels 1 & 2, optional stop at a local eatery after the hike. For
level 3, bring your own lunch and
eat on the trail.
Sign up for these hikes at the MBV
office so you can be added to the
weekly mailing of scheduled hikes
and meeting location for carpooling.
If you have any questions, call Keith
at 480-288-4338.
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Canasta
Come join us. We play every Monday from 12:45pm – 4pm in
Sunset Center A. We also play every Friday from 1pm – 4pm in the
Sunset Center. If you would like to learn we will be happy to teach
you. It is easy to learn and everyone has a lot of fun. If you are
interested, call Lynette Webber at 288-0623.
Bocce Ball
Group play is open to all MBV residents
weekly from November through April
on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
from 9:30-11:30 am. Rules for use of
the equipment and courts are posted in
the enclosed bulletin board at the Bocce
courts. For more information call the
person/number listed for Bocce Ball on the
Activity VIP page in this newsletter.
Fairway HOA Board Meeting
A meeting of the New HOA
Board took place on Thurs. 2/25
at 10 a.m. in the Sunset center,
Rm C. Board members include,
Pres Gene Menne, Vice Pres,
John Scharrer, Sec’y, Wayne
Schmitt, Treas. Al Brinkman and
Director. Gordon Gavin.
The next meeting will be on
Thurs. March 24th at 10 a.m. in
the Sunset Ctr. Rm C.
All homeowners are encouraged to attend these meetings and to
meet the Board. The Board has suggested that homeowners contact
AssociaAZ with landscape concerns and not the landscapers.
Associa’s phone # is 480-288-8335.
Sincerely, Gene Menne, President
Artist of the Month
Have you noticed the beautiful displays of art in the MBV library?
Did you know these are all done by local MBV residents? We are so
blessed to have such a variety of truly great artists in our community
and thank them for sharing their gifts with us. If you are one of these
talented people and would like to display some of your work give
us a call and we will set up a month for you. Jan or David Larsen
307-632-1703.
Book Discussion
for March
Peggy Malsom
Looking for Jane by Judith
Redline Coopey is the One Book
Arizona choice and our selection
for MBV Book Discussion for
the month of April. You can find
more information about it at
www.onebookaz.org in March
or at Amazon.com where it is
currently available in Kindle or paperback format. It received 4 ½
stars out of five from Amazon. I started to write something myself,
then I decided to just let some of the reviews speak for themselves:
“a quest for love & family in the 1890s brought to life through
the eyes of Nell, a young girl convinced that Calamity Jane is her
mother”; “Takes you on a journey you hope never ends”; “This
spunky girl is the female counterpart of Tom Sawyer and Huck
Finn”; “Fast moving, uplifting, a real gem”; “The ending for Nell is
a welcome surprise”.
All this and Deadwood, South Dakota, to boot. What’s not to love?
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PINOCHLE
Pinochle – Thursday Evening
Dot Morrell
Thursday evening pinochle is played in the Sunset room and starts at 7:00pm. If you would like to join this group arrive before
7:00pm. Five games are played during the evening and you have a different partner for each game. Ken Amundsen had a high score
of 619 one evening and 522 another evening. Dolores O’Fallon had a 554 game, Bob Greason had a 551. Both Bonny Nielsen and Ed
Joyce had a score of 549 and Lavoyce Nolan came in with a score of 528. Join us for the evening of fun.
Pinochle – Tuesday afternoon Ladies
Suzanne Kadlec
Wow! What a great turnout in January for our Tuesday ladies’ afternoon group. The first place winner went to Raquel Jones with
8 games. There were 3 second place winners: Diane Kessner, Eileen Jost and Marie Lonley for 7 games each. Beginners and
experienced pinochle players are welcome. We start at 1:00 on Tuesday, come before that time so we can pick tables and partners.
TENNIS TALK
Tennis players were anxiously awaiting the format the organizers would choose for the January tennis
tournament, and they kept us in suspense right up to the very last. Because it was near the time of the Super
Bowl, they chose a football theme. Players were divided into two teams, Scorpions vs Rattlers. The threeday tournament matches ended in ties that the organizers had to break by tallying the number of games won
by each team. The RATTLERS won the most games, 142, compared to the SCORPIONS who were close
with 132 wins, they were awarded prizes for their efforts on the court. The organizers for the tournament
were Marla Muscio and Linda Gromada. The Sunday night awards banquet was organized by Sandy Smith
TENNIS TALK
and Teresa Pearson. Big thanks go out to these women for a great tournament.
Our next tournament will be held March 24, 25 and 26. We can’t wait to learn what format this group will
choose. Connie Hubbell and Elaine Coomes are in charge of the Tournament. Carole Austin and Caroline Breakey will host the banquet
which will be held Saturday March 26, 2016.
Round Robin times are back to Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8-10 AM. All are welcome to come down to the courts and play.
ON THE BALL
Try a ball class with us this spring. This class consists of toning, cardio, and some light weight training. All moves
are done on the ball, under the ball, beside the ball, or just holding the ball It’s a super fun class, choreographed
to upbeat music. Students will need a mat, ball, and two sets of hand weights, one very light, and the other a
little heavier. Beginners will probably need 2 three pound weights and 2 five pound weights. More experienced
students can bring heavier weights, according to their fitness level. When purchasing a ball, remember, you
should be able to sit on it just as if you are in a chair. If your knees are under your chin, the ball is too small. If
you are semi standing, the ball is too large. Most balls have height charts to help you decide. Classes will be
held in the Ocotillo Room on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at 8:00, right before Pilates. Come have fun while
burning calories, toning, and strengthening muscles. Any questions please call or email: Fran Strickler (317)7979224 or fran.strickler@gmail.com.
POTLUCKS
Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska,
Montana Potluck
This year we welcome and add Montana
Sunday, March 20, 2106, 4 PM Social (BYOB) 5 PM Dinner
$5.00 per couple at the door. $3.00 single at the door. This will cover the cost
of paper products, decorations, door prizes, etc. PLUS: Sign up at the office
and bring an appetizer, main dish, veggie, salad or dessert.
To be held in the Mesquite/Palo Verde Rooms (by the pool). Please park
in the lot behind the building and use the back doorway to bring in all items,
especially glass. Any questions, call Susan Calkins at 307-752-3549.
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Recurring Activities
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MountainBrook Village Mountaineer
The MountainBrook Village
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ads (for sale, for rent, wanted) may be sent to
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www.mbvaz.org | Revised 2-15-16
Board of Directors
Gene Prescott, President................................................431-0095
Wayne Walworth, Vice President...........................480-299-0811
Len Schroeder, Secretary...............................................983-1652
Tami Tack, Treasurer(non-board member)....................982-8299
Peter Cavoto.......................................................... 847-989-1564
Paul Kranig............................................................ 920-539-1240
Mountaineer Editor - Diana Jensen.................... 630-546-4018
Activity Office..............................................................983-5555
Lifestyle Director - Jennifer McGraw ........................983-5555
Community Manager - Rick Burman.........................983-5555
Assistant Manager/Covenants Coordinator Debbie O’Brien.............................................................983-5555
Fairway Vista Management - (Associa AZ)
Manager Tony Timmons ..............................................288-8335
Pinnacle Vista Management - (Innovative Property Management) Manager Wendy Burton....................................................983-1010
MountainBrook Golf Course......................................671-1000
Activities Committee - Claudia Vaughan (Chair)........983-3425
Architectural Committee - Len Schroeder.................983-1652
Budget & Finance Committee - Tami Tack................982-8299
Building & Grounds - Larry England (Chair).............474-9180
Communications Committee-Chris Bukovac (chair)
.......................................................................................577-4309
Caring Corner - Arlene Pytko (Chair)......................... 288-8011
Activity VIPs
Artist of the Month
Aerobics of the Mind
Band
Bible Study, Ladies
Billiards/Pool
Bingo
Book Discussion
Bocce Ball
Bowling(Mon)
Bowling (Tues)
Boys & Girls Club Volunteers
Bridge, Couples
Bridge, Duplicate
Bridge, Ladies
Bridge, Men’s
Bunco
Canasta Card Bingo
Ceramics
Chess
Computer Class
Crocheting Class
Darts
Democrats Club
Fitness Center
Game Day
Gold Canyon Lions
Helping Hands
Hiking
Knitting (Tues)
Ladies Aquacise (8am)
Ladies’ Aquacise (9am)
Line Dancing
Please contact theoffice with any changes | Revised 2-15-16
David Larsen............ 307-632-1703
Paul Cechovic...................288-6976
Donna Read......................671-9828
Dianne DeJong.................671-4692
Denny Kenny........... 313-670-0524
Bob & Joan Archer..........288-0891
Char Peterson..................982-7793
Carol Adkins........... (303)881-4857
Beverly Ginther....... 952-237-9528
Judy Schuyler..................671-7995
Manfred Helsper..............288-7414
Elaine Valenti...................671-1686
Marie Valburg..................474-8992
Barb Osborn....................982-9408
Rich Huseman..................288-5378
Arlene Pytko.................... 288-8011
JoAnn Skow.....................671-3298
Don Lorenzi......................983-6971
Janet Christopherson......845-1521
Bill Vallicella....................288-6727
Chris Bukovac.................474-8037
Dorothy Wolter................983-1­­­­672
John Kloosterman...........288-2388
Bill Florence.....................857-8189
Matt Hyatt........................983-8143
Joyce Schenck..................982-7518
Terry Storbakken............983-3420
Loretta Milton..................474-9958
Keith Charpentier...........288-4338
Kathy West.......................983-8432
Ginny Rauguth................288-0579
Isolde Weilnhammer.......671-1439
Linda Rohrbach....... 701-202-6038
Low Impact Aerobics
Joann J.............................983-9620
Mah-Jongg (Mon)
Sharon Penrod......... 602-320-2278
Mah-Jongg (Tues)
Judy Beiganski.................671-8363
Mah-Jongg (Wed/Oriental) Geri Leake........................474-2126
Mah-Jongg (Thur/Nat’l) Sue Cline...........................545-4277
Mah-Jongg (Fri)
Ginny Rauguth................288-0579
Men’s Round Table
James Zetting...................983-4889
Photo Editing
Len Broz...........................671-4651
Pickleball
Arlene Atterberry............246-5398
Pinochle
Jim McCann.....................982-5838
Pinochle, Ladies
Suzanne Kadlec...............671-4030
Poker & Straight Poker Ken Amundsen.................671-1643
Pottery
Barbara Dahlstrom.........288-2523
Quilting/Needlecraft
Linda Burch.....................671-4463
Quilters, Superstition Mt. Alice Watkins...................671-8663
Republicans (GC)
Pam Burks........................214-5555
Scrabble
Mary Peters......................671-1680
Singles
Marylou Kent...................671-0024
Social Hour
Arlene Pytko.................... 288-8011
Softball 55/65
Myles Ginther..................298-3761
Supper Club
Joan O’Leary...................474-8960
Tai Chi Chih
Lovena Warren................671-7444
Tennis
Diana Hager.....................292-0462
Texas Hold’em
Charlene Wenzel..............288-7171
Village Players
Bob Carnahan..................983-2948
Village Voices
Diane Rasmussen.............671-8731
Water Volleyball
Kelly Loran.............. 907-360-8636
Website
Chris Bukovac.................474-8037
Wine Club
Paul Cechovic...................288-6976
Woodcarving
Wesley Stevens.................982-3809
Yoga
Elfrieda Rost....................982-2319
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CLASSIFIEDS
Need computer help? I fix them and can train you.
Chris/Conquering Computers 480-474-8037 or 480577-4309.
Note: One Ad of 20 words or less is free for
30 days for a MBV resident. Classified ads are to be submitted to
the MountainBrook office.
ALL ADS MUST BE RESUBMITTED TO RUN AGAIN.
All Ads are due by the 25th of the month for publication the
following month. Business/commercial ads for both residents and
nonresidents are available for purchase through Ray’s Printing,
480-982-3087.
Mtbrk home - 2 BR 2-1/2 BA, Huge master w/king bed,
1000 sq. ft patio/courtyard. Avail Jan-March 15 $2500 per
mo.; all util incld. 1month min. 425-753-5155.
MBV home – totally renovated, spacious 2 BR, 2BA with
phenomenal views. May-November 2016. 30 day min.
480-964-3774.
Handy Woman. Afraid to let just any man into your
home to help with household needs? Call me first.
Jesika 480-980-0548.
Futon. Good condition. $100. 480-671-4961.
Golf course home 2 BR, 2BA. Fireplace, patio with BBQ.
No smoking or pets. Available 4/1/2016 thru 10/2016. 30
day min. 480-287-3907.
Wanted
For Sale
Mission King Bed. 2 drawers underneath. $125; Oak
Antique Console table/desk (38” x 19”) $125. 480-4748256.
Moving Sale – Dining room set, 6 chairs; Entertainment
center; Lighted cabinets; Computer armoire; Bookcase;
File cabinet; TVs; Lots more. 515-963-7846 or 515-3605350.
GE Profile refrigerator, 25 cf side by side, white, ice
maker. $125. 480-288-1235.
Nolan Power Recliner Sofa – reclines with button;
Nolan bonded heavy leather from Catnapper by Jackson
Furniture. Dark chocolate; extra wide seats. New $700;
asking $575. bjguthrie59@gmail.com.
40 inch tall Stiffel lamp with 3 way light. Asking $100 or
best offer. 480-982-3686.
Right Corner Desk 63” x 43-1/4.” Birch, adjustable
height legs. Great as a desk, hobbies. Ikea # 990 222 63
over $400. Only $150. 480-983-6877.
For Rent
Service
MBV In Home Pet Sitting - year round – schedules 1-4
visits a day including walking.
630-546-4018.
We will house sit your home. Frequent visits and
always after wind and rain storms. Call Diana/Chuck
630-546-4018.
Going on a trip? Need a place for your dogs or cats to
stay? 480-983-3122.
Have a flat tire on your golf cart? Same day repair at
your home. Call Chuck 630-546-4018
Need help with caring for a loved one? Cheri CNA.
480-982-8312.
Helping Hands is in need of infant and childcare
equipment from those willing to loan to their neighbors.
A log in the Activity Office holds the information. 4749958.
Helping Hands is in need of volunteers willing to
transport clients to the doctors or shopping. If available,
call 474-9958.
Wood Shutters – Looking to buy gently used or
unwanted indoor window shutters. May be from a renovation. 480-218-8356. MBV resident.
Wanted – 2017 MountainBrook home rental. MidJanuary – Mid-April. 2+ bedrooms, 2 bath. Willing to
sign multi-year contract. 847-370-5471.
Call 480-686-4653 MBV resident.
Wanted - Furnished two bedroom MountainBrook
home for the months of January through March 2017.
715-205-0433.
Are you looking for someone to watch your home while
you’re away for the summer? Call Pete. 480-982-2850
-- MBV resident.
Wanted – MountainBrook home to rent April 3-7 for
family coming and extra sleeping room is needed. 701391-3747.
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